Fear of Math: An Achievement Gap Propagator

Students’ fear of math can hinder their learning, according to one study that shows math creates a stress reaction in the brain for some students that could direct brainpower to worrying — rather than math. Separate experiments show that such students might otherwise be enthusiastic about the subject. Researchers also have found that students’ anxiety about math often starts at an early age and even can be passed down from their parents. Read Full Article at Education Week